Masks rise in U S hospitals amid post holiday illness spike
U S hospitals tighten mask rules and limit visitors as health officials warn of a harsh post holiday surge in flu and COVID-19. NYC and parts of California and Massachusetts impose or renew masking policies with momentum likely to extend into January.
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Weight loss drugs linked to lower crisis thoughts in study
NIH funded study of 1.8 million patients found semaglutide users had 49 to 73 percent lower risk of first or recurring self harming thoughts over six months compared with other obesity or diabetes medications. Researchers urge longer follow up and closer monitoring amid EMA and FDA investigations.
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Case Western Reserve University
Tide
Rong Xu
Case Western
European Medicines Agency
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U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Novo Nordisk
New Year Health Advice from Dr Walker on Moderate Exercise
A field guide to healthier living stresses regular moderate exercise, good diet, sleep, and optimism. Do not overdo resolutions, aim for five days of moderate activity, and consult a doctor about heart disease or mood before starting aggressive plans. Dr Walker, Toronto, shares tips and promotes The Doctor Game in The Chronicle Journal.
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Chronicle-Journal
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